January Festivals
Republic Day: is celebrated on 26 January every year to commemorate the day India became a republic and gained sovereignty. This is one of the main celebrations in India and festivities include a parade of soldiers, brass bands, tanks, the multi-hued camel corps, folk dancers, school children, colourful floats and an Air Force fly-past. Beating the Retreat: is celebrated just three days after republic day and is another colourful ceremony that depicts war customs from days long gone by. Surajkund Mela: the village of Surajkund plays host to one of the largest craft fairs in India. Artisans from all over India gather here for the impressive display of arts and handicrafts. There are also traditional dances and music to add to the cultural experience. Kite Flying Festival: the skies are filled with kites of different colours, shapes and sizes as both children and adults revel in kite flying. Everyone is invited to share in the fun. August Festivals
Delhi Book Fair: is one of the most extravagant book fairs in the country and is held at Pragati Maidan. Book lovers will not want to miss visiting the fair as new editions, magazines, literature, classics, rare books and many other types of publications are available. October Festivals
Qutub Festival: is held over three days in Qutub to acknowledge and recognise the heritage and culture of the Qutub Minar. There are cultural dances, song and musical performances as well as other events. | 
